1987 Topps Will Clark #420 Rookie Card
Will Clark · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Will Clark
Set
1987 Topps Base Set
Year
1987
Card #
#420
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. Visible centering is slightly off-center (approx 65/35 left-to-right). Top-right corner shows slight softening. Scratches visible on the penny sleeve may hide surface issues, but wood-grain borders are prone to white chipping.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. While common, Will Clark has a dedicated fanbase ('Will the Thrill' collectors) and 1987 Topps is one of the most popular vintage-style designs in the hobby.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 7: $25-35, PSA 8: $50-70
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5-$10 plus shipping on eBay. PSA 8 copies recently sold in the $50-$65 range. PSA 9 copies reach $150+, while PSA 10s (rare due to centering issues) can exceed $1,000.
Description
This is the iconic 1987 Topps rookie card for San Francisco Giants legend Will 'The Thrill' Clark. Featuring the classic faux-wood grain border design of the 1987 set, the card shows a young Clark in his Giants road uniform. The card is currently housed in a soft penny sleeve.
Key Features
This is a cornerstone rookie card from the 'Junk Wax Era.' Will Clark is a multi-time All-Star and Gold Glover with a massive cult following, making this one of the most recognizable and collected cards of the 1980s.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume. The card stock is standard 1987 gray-back cardboard with the distinct Topps 'dimpled' texture on the back. The wood grain pattern is sharp and consistent with period printing.
Flaws to Note
Centering is shifted towards the left border. Significant chipping is common on these dark wood borders, and minor whitening is visible on the upper corners. Darker spots on the wood grain may be print defects or minor surface staining.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. Due to the high volume of these available, it is best sold as part of a lot or as a single to a collector looking to fill a set gap.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it appears to be a flaw-free PSA 10 candidate, as grading fees will exceed the market value of a mid-grade specimen. To list, use keywords like 'Will Clark RC', '1987 Topps Rookie', and 'SF Giants'. Take the card out of the scratched penny sleeve for high-quality photos to show the corners and surface clearly.